Thistle Hill Guest House

Family-friendly guesthouse with winery, near IronBark Hill Brewhouse

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Dates

December 2025

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January 2026

Property entrance - Thistle Hill Guest House (Pokolbin)

Two Bedroom Cottage | Interior - Thistle Hill Guest House (Pokolbin)

Exterior - Thistle Hill Guest House (Pokolbin)

Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, individually decorated - Thistle Hill Guest House (Pokolbin)

Immerse yourself in the lush vineyards of Thistle Hill Guest House, revitalized in 2023. Unwind by the firepit with a glass of wine from their attached winery or take part in a tour and event. Previous guests rave about this family-friendly guesthouse near IronBark Hill Brewhouse.

Exceptional

Popular amenities

Connecting rooms available
Pet friendly
Pool
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Free parking

Main amenities (12)

Winery
Restaurant
2 outdoor pools
In-room childcare
2 meeting rooms
Meeting rooms
Terrace
Garden
Arcade/game room
Communal living room
Conference space
Picnic area

Feel at home (6)

Babysitting (surcharge)
Connecting/adjoining rooms available
Separate sitting area
Television
Garden
Terrace

$195 total

includes taxes & fees

Dec 8 - Dec 9

Room options

Check availability for these dates

Tonight

Dec 6 - Dec 7

Tomorrow

Dec 7 - Dec 8

All rooms

1 bed

3+ beds

Showing 7 of 7 rooms

Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, individually decorated

Deluxe Double Room, 1 Queen Bed, Garden View, Courtyard Area

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio

Separate sitting area

Soundproofed

Individually furnished

Individually decorated

Air conditioning

Heating

Connecting rooms available

22 sq m
Sleeps 2
1 Queen Bed

Superior Double Room, 1 King Bed, Refrigerator, Garden View

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio

Separate sitting area

Soundproofed

Individually furnished

Individually decorated

Air conditioning

Heating

Connecting rooms available

26 sq m
Sleeps 3
1 King Bed

Luxury Villa

Highlights

Yard

Furnished balcony or patio

Separate dining area

Separate sitting area

Soundproofed

Individually furnished

Individually decorated

Private pool

280 sq m
4 bedrooms
Sleeps 10
1 King Bed, 3 Queen Beds and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

Superior Studio, 1 King Bed, Garden View

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio

Separate sitting area

Soundproofed

Individually furnished

Individually decorated

Air conditioning

Heating

Connecting rooms available

Sleeps 4
1 King Bed

Panoramic Cottage

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio

Separate sitting area

Soundproofed

Individually furnished

Individually decorated

Air conditioning

Heating

Connecting rooms available

2 bedrooms
Vineyard view
Sleeps 8
2 King Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Superior Villa, Multiple Beds, Garden View

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio

Separate sitting area

Soundproofed

Individually furnished

Individually decorated

Air conditioning

Heating

Connecting rooms available

8 bedrooms
Sleeps 25
7 King Beds, 1 Queen Bed and 6 Twin Beds

Luxury Villa, Multiple Beds, Garden View

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio

Separate sitting area

Soundproofed

Individually furnished

Individually decorated

Air conditioning

Heating

Connecting rooms available

15 bedrooms
Sleeps 46
14 King Beds, 1 Queen Bed and 6 Twin Beds

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Pool
Free parking
Free WiFi
Restaurant

$122 total

includes taxes & fees

Dec 17 - Dec 18

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About the neighborhood

591 Hermitage Road, Pokolbin, NSW, 2320

What's nearby

IronBark Hill Brewhouse - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
Piggs Peake Winery - 19 min walk - 1.6 km
Tintilla Estate Vineyard and Olive Grove - 6 min drive - 2.0 km
Hunter Valley Gardens - 13 min drive - 13.4 km
Bimbadgen Estate - 19 min drive - 18.8 km

Getting around

Newcastle, NSW (NTL-Williamtown) - 55 min drive
Branxton Station - 12 min drive
Singleton Station - 18 min drive
Greta Station - 18 min drive

Restaurants

‪Huntlee Tavern - ‬14 min drive
‪IronBark Hill Brewhouse - ‬19 min walk
‪NINETEEN Hunter Valley - ‬19 min drive
‪Leogate Estate Wines - ‬9 min drive
‪4 Pines at the Farm - Hunter Valley - ‬5 min drive

About this property

Thistle Hill Guest House

Thistle Hill Guest House features a winery and puts you within a 15-minute drive of Hunter Valley Gardens. After splashing around at one of the 2 outdoor pools, guests can grab a bite to eat at the restaurant. A terrace, a garden, and a bike shuttle are other highlights.

At a glance

Hotel size

- 15 rooms
- Arranged over 1 level

Arriving/Leaving

- Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
- Express check-out available
- Early check-in subject to availability
- Minimum check-in age: 18
- Check-out time is 10:00 AM
- Late check-out subject to availability

Special check-in instructions

- The property charges 1.5 percent for credit card payments
- There is no front desk at this property
- Guests will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions and key retrieval information; your host will greet you
- To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
- A virtual front desk provides assistance to guests
- Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Required at check-in

- Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
- Government-issued photo ID may be required
- Minimum check-in age is 18

Children

- Babysitting*

Pets

- Pets allowed (dogs only, 2 total, up to 26 lbs per pet)*
- Service animals welcome
- Pets must be supervised
- Off-leash area available

Internet

- Free WiFi in public areas
- Free WiFi in rooms

Parking

- Free uncovered onsite self parking
- Onsite parking includes off-street options

Other information

- Designated smoking areas (fines apply)

Property amenities

Food and drink

Restaurant
Gas grills
Private picnics

Traveling with children

Childcare in room (surcharge)
Pool gate

What to do

Helicopter/airplane tours
Private winery tours
Winery release events
Bicycle tour information
Bicycle rentals nearby
Horse riding nearby
Segway rentals/tours nearby

Working away

2 meeting rooms
Conference space (646 square feet)

Services

Tour/ticket assistance
Luggage storage
Wedding services
Bicycle rentals
Bike shuttle
Pool loungers
Pool umbrellas
Virtual front desk
Romance packages

Facilities

3 buildings/towers
Built in 1998
Garden
Picnic area
Terrace
Communal living room
2 outdoor pools
Arcade/game room
Bicycle parking
24-hour pool access
Vineyard
Winery on site
Firepit
Outdoor entertainment area
Outdoor furniture
Walkway to water

Accessibility

Area rugs in public areas
Smooth flooring in public areas
Hardwood flooring in public areas
Hardwood flooring in room

Room amenities

Be entertained

40-inch flat-screen TV
Digital TV channels

Home comfort

Air conditioning (climate-controlled) and heating
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Iron/ironing board

Sleep well

Soundproofed rooms
Premium bedding
Pillowtop mattress

What to enjoy

Furnished balcony/patio
Individually furnished and decorated
Separate sitting area

Freshen up

Shower only
Free toiletries
Hair dryer
Towels
Toilet paper

Stay connected

Free WiFi

Food and drink

Champagne service
Free bottled water
Ice maker
Highchair

More

Connecting/adjoining rooms available
Access via exterior corridors

Fees & policies

Optional extras

Early check-in can be arranged for an extra charge (subject to availability)
Credit card charges are subject to an extra charge of 1.5 percent

Renovations and closures

The property is closed between December 25 and December 26.

Children & extra beds

In-room babysitting is available for an extra charge
Rollaway beds are available for AUD 75.0 per night

Pets

Service animals exempt from fees
Pets are allowed for an extra charge of AUD 50 per pet, per night

Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)

Pool open 24-hours

Policies

This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.

The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation.

This property does not have elevators.

This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.

Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express

Also known as

Thistle Hill Guest House Guesthouse Pokolbin

Thistle Hill Guest House Guesthouse

Thistle Hill Guest House Pokolbin

Thistle Hill House Pokolbin

Thistle Hill Pokolbin

Thistle Hill Guest House Pokolbin

Thistle Hill Guest House Guesthouse

Thistle Hill Guest House Guesthouse Pokolbin

Frequently asked questions

Is Thistle Hill Guest House currently open?

The property is closed between December 25 and December 26.

Does Thistle Hill Guest House offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Thistle Hill Guest House does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Is there a pool at Thistle Hill Guest House?

Yes, there are 2 outdoor pools. Guests have 24-hour pool access.

Are pets allowed at Thistle Hill Guest House?

Yes, dogs are welcome, with a limit of 2 total and maximum weight of 26 lbs per pet. There's a charge of AUD 50 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees. Dog exercise areas are available.

Is parking offered on site at Thistle Hill Guest House?

Yes, there's free self parking.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Thistle Hill Guest House?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. There's a charge for early check-in (subject to availability). Check-out time is 10:00 AM. Express check-out is available.

What is there to do at Thistle Hill Guest House and nearby?

Have fun with nearby activities like cycling and horseback riding. Additional recreation onsite includes helicopter/airplane tours. Enjoy a swim in one of the 2 outdoor swimming pools or use the guesthouse's other amenities, which include a winery and an arcade. Thistle Hill Guest House also has a picnic area and a garden.